NFF charge Keshi to encourage Youngsters

Following his appointment as the new coach of the Super Eagles on Tuesday, Stephen Keshi has been tasked by the Nigerian Football Federation to give young players a chance in his squad.

Speaking at the event, NFF vice president Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi said the coach has been asked to encourage youngster by building a "young" and vibrant team.

"He has the charge to create a new young, vibrant Eagles that would play a style of football that Nigerians would be proud of" said Akinwunmi.

"To ensure a seemless transition of the U-20 players to the super eagles.

With the recent exhibition by the Manu Garba tutored U-20 side, it explains the reason why the federation is calling for their inclusion in the plans of Keshi.